Sharm El-Sheikh to Cairo for 2 Days
Overview
Travel to Cairo, a very modern place where ancient history mingles and merges with the present age from a quiet coastal city like Sharm El-Sheikh, for an eventful two-day stay in a long journey. The tranquil Red Sea beaches take you into the heart of Egypt with breathtaking scenery and cultural explorations. The change, either by road or air, from those pristine beaches of Sharm El-Sheikh to the timeless wonders of Cairo is always somehow going to be contrasting and exciting.
After reaching Cairo, soak yourself in the blend of heritage and culture offered by the city, starting with the glorious Pyramids of Giza and the all-mysterious Sphinx. Let your awe be captured by these marvelous creations outlasting the passage of thousands of years from creation; even nearly 4,500 years are powdered to dust in the hourglass of time. To delve deeper into the historical remembrances, visit the Egyptian Museum full of artifacts, such as the treasure trove of Tutankhamun. The bustling streets of Cairo will witness how you dine on its vibrant energy, from the historic Khan El Khalili bazaar to the jaw-dropping Islamic and Coptic landmarks as they make up Egypt's diverse past.
Your second day in Cairo consists of a blend of culture and leisure, with more hidden treasures still waiting to be discovered by you. Come and visit the Citadel of Saladin and the wonderful Mosque of that very same Muhammad Ali, after which the great views of the city will leave you breathless. Enjoy an easy-going, relaxing felucca sail down the Nile River, taking in the beauty of the contrasting old and new Cairo. Bid adieu to Sharm El-Sheikh with a genuine taste of Egyptian food in a local eatery, wrapping up that unforgettable journey with the flavors of history and traditions from this rich country.
Travel to Cairo, a very modern place where ancient history mingles and merges with the present age from a quiet coastal city like Sharm El-Sheikh, for an eventful two-day stay in a long journey. The tranquil Red Sea beaches take you into the heart of Egypt with breathtaking scenery and cultural explorations. The change, either by road or air, from those pristine beaches of Sharm El-Sheikh to the timeless wonders of Cairo is always somehow going to be contrasting and exciting.
After reaching Cairo, soak yourself in the blend of heritage and culture offered by the city, starting with the glorious Pyramids of Giza and the all-mysterious Sphinx. Let your awe be captured by these marvelous creations outlasting the passage of thousands of years from creation; even nearly 4,500 years are powdered to dust in the hourglass of time. To delve deeper into the historical remembrances, visit the Egyptian Museum full of artifacts, such as the treasure trove of Tutankhamun. The bustling streets of Cairo will witness how you dine on its vibrant energy, from the historic Khan El Khalili bazaar to the jaw-dropping Islamic and Coptic landmarks as they make up Egypt's diverse past.
Your second day in Cairo consists of a blend of culture and leisure, with more hidden treasures still waiting to be discovered by you. Come and visit the Citadel of Saladin and the wonderful Mosque of that very same Muhammad Ali, after which the great views of the city will leave you breathless. Enjoy an easy-going, relaxing felucca sail down the Nile River, taking in the beauty of the contrasting old and new Cairo. Bid adieu to Sharm El-Sheikh with a genuine taste of Egyptian food in a local eatery, wrapping up that unforgettable journey with the flavors of history and traditions from this rich country.
Inclusion
- Transportation services to and from your Sharm El Sheikh hotel.
- Modern, air-conditioned vehicles are used for all transportation to Sharm Airport and Egypt Day Tours in Cairo.
- A qualified tour guide for every excursion in Cairo.
- Tickets and entrance fees to every site on the agenda.
- Tickets for domestic flights from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo and back.
- A fine neighborhood eatery will provide your delicious lunch.
- Cairo shopping trips (if desired).
- A complimentary water bottle.
- Our Sharm El Sheikh excursions include all taxes and service fees.
Exclusion
- Visa for Cairo or Egypt.
- Any extras not listed on the schedule for the excursion.
- During your tour of the Giza Pyramids, you will enter the Great Pyramid.
- It does not include the Giza Pyramids camel ride.
- Tipping is not included.
- Drink something during the meal.
- Individual expenditure.
Itinerary
Begin your day with a visit to the legendary Giza Pyramids, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Explore the majestic pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, and marvel at their grandeur as you learn about their history and construction. Stand before the Great Sphinx, an enigmatic guardian of the plateau, and capture unforgettable photos with these iconic monuments. For a deeper experience, you may choose to enter one of the pyramids or visit the Solar Boat Museum to see the reconstructed ancient vessel of Pharaoh Khufu.
After exploring the pyramids, continue your journey to the Egyptian Museum in downtown Cairo, home to a vast collection of artifacts spanning thousands of years. Admire the dazzling treasures of King Tutankhamun, including his famous golden mask, and discover mummies, statues, and relics from different dynasties. Your expert guide will bring history to life, sharing fascinating stories behind each exhibit. After a captivating tour, enjoy free time to browse the museum’s collections before concluding your day with a relaxing drive back to your hotel.
The next day go to the oldest pyramid in Egypt, the Step Pyramid of Djoser, for a tour. This extensive necropolis shows the evolution of the pyramid and burial patterns of ancient Egyptians. You can find tombs of nobles graced with dazzling reliefs and hieroglyphs depicting day-to-day life thousands of years ago. Moving through time to Memphis, the first capital of Egypt, where you see shards of what used to be a glorious city back in the days, including that massive colossal statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx.
Onwards to the Citadel of Saladin, a citadel that stood historic and which brings one to a panoramic view of Cairo. Within the citadel, one finds the Grand Mosque of Muhammad Ali or Alabaster Mosque which boasts the grandiosity of Ottoman architecture and brilliant interior design. It is a site of reflection on the spiritual and historical attributes of this place. This is also where most wonderful museums and other mosques for medieval Cairo can be found reason why this should include the itinerary of any history lovers.
The end of this tour shall in crossing over to Khan El Khalili Bazaar, the busiest market of Cairo. Here, little stairways connect to alleys and paths that wind through alien chaos of goods- spices, jewelry, textiles, and handcrafted souvenirs at depths of the feel of the inevitable typical day of the hoarding heart within the throbbing of life in a slash of traditional Egyptian tea at a historic café. Short tour for the day, and an excellent thriller where ancient wonders meet culture and transform into local flavor for a glimpse of Egypt both beautiful and glorious in the past and present.
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If you are a citizen of one of these countries, you can obtain a visa with your passport information, personal information and details about your travel plans upon arrival at an Egyptian port of entry. The visa on arrival is usually valid for 30 days.
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The fastest bus will take you from Cairo to Sharm El-Sheikh in just 4 hours and 59 minutes, compared to the average journey time of around 5 hours and 13 minutes.
The coast now features opulent resorts, dining establishments, and nightclubs. Sharm el-Sheikh is a well-liked destination for snorkeling and scuba diving because of the region's crystal-clear water and vast coral reefs.
Different bus companies may have different schedules. For the most recent timetable, it is preferable to inquire directly with the bus company.
Egypt Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+2) is two hours ahead of Standard Time.
Sharm El Sheikh hosts various cultural events and festivals throughout the year, including the International Camel Competition and the Sinai Liberation Day celebrations.
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